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Steven W. Hernandez
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Steven Hernandez is a New Jersey DWI lawyer who specializes in DWI defense and uses his knowledge of forensic science and case law to protect the rights of his clients. He is one of the few attorneys who regularly takes DWI case to trial. He represents DWI cases all over the state of New Jersey.
Mr. Hernandez is a Sustaining member in the pretigous National College for DUI Defense (NCDD) and the DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA), actively participating in many of their rigorous training seminars they conduct.
Mr. Hernandez has successfully completed the DUI Detection & Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, and is one of a handful of NJ lawyers to be trained as a Field Sobriety Test Instructor and was the first attorney in New Jersey to receive his Forensic Sobriety Assessment (FSA) Certificate, by demonstrating knowledge of the science and forensic use of roadside sobriety testing. He is also a certified Alcotest 7110 operator.
Mr. Hernandez has completed over 120 hours of analytical forensic chromatography, which is the manner in which blood and urine DWIs are analyzed. In 2014, he successfully completed the American Chemistry Society's (ACS) Lawyer-Scientist examination.
Mr. Hernandez is on of the few lawyers recognized by the New Jersey Supreme Court as a Certified Municipal Court Trial Lawyer.
Attorney Steven Hernandez is dedicated to your DWI defense and uses his experience and knowledge to protect your rights.
Please visit his New Jersey DWI Blog for more information.
For a free case consultation, please call.
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Licensed in New Jersey for 21 years
State: New Jersey
Acquired: 2004
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Law Offices of Steven W. Hernandez
805 Main St, Toms River, NJ, 08753
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Posted by Taylor | January 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI
Amazing
I am very pleased with Mr. Hernandez. My case took over two years and he never once gave up on me. He cares about his clients and will fight for you until the very end. Steven Hernandez was able to get my DUI dismissed even with a blood test. If you have a DUI case, Mr. Hernandez is the BEST attorney...
Posted by jeff | September 18, 2021 | DUI & DWI
Top Notch DUI Lawyer
Steve is my go-to lawyer for DUI defense. Steve is an expert in the science of the Alcotest and knows the ins and outs of the entire DUI process.
Posted by Sue | July 11, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Very knowledgeable lawyer!
Mr. Hernandez was very assertive from our first initial phone call. Even though I felt horrible under the circumstances, Steve was reassuring, positive, and kind. I did end up surrendering my licence for 3 months which was such a relief! It could have been a lot worse. Mr. Hernandez always called ba...
Posted by Chris | April 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Very honest and a stand up person excellent at what he does thanks for everything steve. Sincerely chris.
Posted by Andrew | April 04, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Great Lawyer
I live in Georgia and hired Steven to handle my affairs in New Jersey. Steven was very informative and kept me in the loop on everything. I took care of my affairs very quickly and efficiently. I would not hesitate to refer Steven to the any of my friends and family who still live in New Jersey. Than...
Steven W. Hernandez's Lawyer Endorsements
"Steve has established himself nationally as a premiere DUI attorney. I have attended and completed advanced courses on DUI defense practices with Steve and have found him to be an excellent criminal defense attorney. I would not hesitate to refer a friend or family member to Steve for representation."
"Steve and I co-counseled a sexual assault in Ocean and Monmouth County, New Jersey, where we were able to get the charges dismissed pre-indictment. Steve is an excellent resource for DWI law and is extremely knowledgeable on the most current topics"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is hardworking, intelligent and definitely a lawyer that you want in your corner. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer. When it comes to DUIs Steven is KING! He knows his stuff! I highly endorse him!"
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"I endorse this lawyer. Steven is a sharp witted, outside-the-box thinker who brings these attributes to the table for his clients' benefit."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Hernandez is a skilled and respected member of the legal community. He is a zealous advocate for the rights and interests of his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. A brilliant and highly respected attorney in the legal community."
"Excellent Lawyer and great person. Few attorneys in this country devote the time and resources necessary to obtain the legal and scientific knowledge necessary to effectively fight DUI cases like Steven. His expertise and skills are matched only by his compassion for his clients. I recommend him without hesitation."
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"I met Steve at a gas chromatography seminar in Chicago and had the opportunity to discuss many of the issues related to the science of a DUI/DWI case. Steve impressed me right off the bat. Then I went to another DWI science seminar and there was Steve again. I tell you this guy has a thirst for knowledge, he is going to make sure that nobody and I mean nobody comes into his dojo (the courtroom) more prepared than him. Steve is a tireless worker and anybody that has Steve as his counsel is in good hands. I am also fortunate to call Steve my friend."
"New Jersey is one of America's most aggressive and punitive states, when it comes to DWI enforcement and sentencing. Avoiding the consequences of an adverse outcome --- either criminal conviction or implied consent loss of license --- or BOTH, are why he exists. he knows the courts and the many ways to find a way to win or to at least minimize consequences of a DWI arrest."
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"Mr. Hernandez is an exemplary attorney that I would not hesitate to refer to anyone and everyone. He provides excellent and informed answers here on Avvo. I have been a judge, magistrate, prosecutor, law professor, and private attorney over the past 24 years and I still regularly learn new aspects about the law from his answers."
"Steve Hernandez is a dedicated advocate for his client. I can personally attest to his dedication to his clients as we both attended a course on cross-examination taught by the best cross-examiner in the world, Terry MacCarthy. This course was funded directly out of Steve's own pocket. Few lawyers take the time to educate themselves to be the best let alone fund the education themselves. Steve is who you want on you side if charged with a DUI/DWI in New Jersey."
"I have come to know Steven Hernandez through our mutual participation in the National College for DUI Defense, an international organization dedicated to fostering the very best in DUI defense. Through our discussions about the intricacies of DUI law, I can say with confidence that Steven has a deep knowledge in the field of DUI and criminal defense, and is a tireless defender of his clients. I am happy to know him, and to endorse this lawyer."
"There are many so called DUI/DWI lawyers out there who will take your case. There are very few who spend the time and money necessary to attend the best training available to make themselves a great DUI attorney. Steve is one of the few who does it the right way. He is one of the country's best trained attorneys on trial advocacy and forensic science. He has in depth knowledge of all areas of law and science necessary to fight for a citizen accused of an alcohol or drug related driving offense. When I need help in New Jersey I always reach out to Steve for his expertise and experience."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Board Certification in DUI Defense, NCDD
2015
Certified Municipal Court Trial Lawyer, New Jersey Supreme Court
2014
Forensic DUI Drug Certificate, Axion Labs
2014
Pass Lawyer-Scientist Examination, American Chemical Society
2013
ARIDE, Impaired Driving Specialists
2013
Certificate Forensic Solid Drug Analysis, Axion Labs
2012
NCDD Summer Session, National College for DUI Defense
2011
Certificate of Completion: SFST Instructor, Impaired Driving Specialists
2011
Certified Alcotest Operator, Draeger
2011
DRE Overview Certificate, Impaired Driving Specialist
2011
Forensic Chromatography Certificate, Axion Labs
2010
Certificate in Forensic Sobriety Assessment, Forensic Sobriety Assesment
2010
Cert. of Completion for DUI Detection & SFST, Impaired Driving Specialists
2001
Deans List, Rutgers University School of Law
Work Experience
2007 - Present
CEO & Chief DWI/DUI Lawyer, The Hernandez Law Firm, P.C.
2007 - 2012
Pool Attorney, Ocean County Public Defender
2007 - 2008
Pool Attorney, Monmouth County Public Defender
2004 - 2007
Associate, Law Office of Robert L. Tarver, Jr.
2003 - 2003
Intern, Ocean County Prosecutor
2002 - 2002
Intern, Ocean County Prosecutor
Associations
2013 - Present
National College for DUI Defense (NCDD)Sustaining Member
2010 - Present
New Jersey Bar Association Municipal Court Practice SectionMember
2010 - Present
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice SectionTrustee
2009 - Present
National College of DUI Defense
2004 - Present
New Jersey Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2004 - Present
Ocean County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2017
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice SectionChair
2014 - 2016
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice SectionChair Elect
2012 - 2014
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice SectionVice Chair
2011 - 2012
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice SectionSr. Legislative Coordinator
2010 - 2012
Ocean County Bar AssoCo-Chair Municipal Court Practice Section
2009 - 2013
National College of DUI DefenseGeneral Member
2009 - 2012
Ocean County Bar, Municipal Court Practice CommitteeMember
Sample of Legal Cases
DWI Dismissed in Lakewood
Dismissal
.14 DWI Dismissed in Port Republic
DWI dismissed!
Contested DWI in Lavallette
Dismissed
DWI in Highlands Municipal Court
Lower tier DWI.
Contested DWI
Second DWI dismissed
State v. DW
1st DWI Dismissed!
State v. WS
3rd DWI dismissed
Contested DWI
Not Guilty!
State v. J.J
Appeal Granted!
State v. DG
DWI dismissed!
Contested DWI
9th DWI Dismissed.
Contested DWI
Reckless Driving.
DWI dismissed in Toms River
Dismussed.
Education
2014
Axion Labs
Cert. of Completion Forensic DUI Drug
2014
Trial Skills University
Field Sobriety Testing
2014
Trial Skills University
Blood Evidence in DWI Cases: Mastering the Science
2013
Axion Labs
Cert. of Completion Forensic Solid Drug Dose
2012
MacCarthy on Cross
2012
NCDD Summer Session
2012
Mastering Scientific Evidence
2011
NCDD
2011
Axion Labs
Cert. of Completion Forensic Chromatography
2010
National College of DUI Defense
2004
Rutgers University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1998
Rutgers University, Camden
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2018
2018 DWI Institute
DWI
2017
2017 DWI Institute
DWI
2016
New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Convention
Handling a DRE case
2016
New Jersey State Bar Association Annual Convention
Using Field Sobriety Testing in Municipal Court
2016
2016 DWI Institute
DWI
2015
New Jersey State Bar Foundation Annual Conventional
Handling a DRE Marijuana case
2015
2015 DWI Institute
DWI
2015
2015 DUI Defense Lawyers Association Summer Seminar
Alcotest 7110 and 9510
2014
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice Section
Handling a Marijuana DWI in Municipal Court
2014
New Jersey Bar Association Annual Convention
Forensic Science & Municipal Court
2014
DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing Student Course
DUI Detection and Standardized Field Sobriety Testing
2013
Municipal Court for the Uninitiated
Municipal Court for the Uninitiated
2013
Field Sobriety Testing
Field Sobriety Testing
2012
New Jersey State Bar Association, Municipal Court Practice Section
Field Sobriety Testing
2012
Atlantic County Municipal Defense Association
Field Sobriety Testing
2012
12 Angry Credits
Field Sobriety Testing
2011
Field Sobriety Testing
Field Sobriety Testing
2011
ABC's of DWI
DWI
2010
Business Networking International
Why I defend DWI
Publications
2016
Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company
New Jersey DWI Defense: The Law and Practice
2014
Inside the Minds: Witness Preparation and Examination in DUI Proceedings, 2014 Edition
DUI Witness Preparation: It’s all about preparation and protection.
2012
Inside the Minds: Navigating DUI Drug Cases
Defending the Indefensible, the Drug DUI Case
2012
Trends in DUI Discovery, 2012 ed.: Leading Lawyers on Developing Effective and Innovative Discovery Practices
Discovery needed to successfully challenge a DUI Observation case.
2011
Inside the Minds Negotiating a Plea Deal in DUI Cases
PLEAD OR TRIAL: WHEN PLEA BARGAINING DWI’S IS PROHIBITED!
Languages
English
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Q&A
How do i type my name online when you are the third … Ha…. Da…… 3rd….III a lot of forms can't take number's/and or no room?
12 Jun 2022
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Can I get charged with DUI after?
09 Apr 2022
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Can the state take almost 3 years to issue a court date for a DUI?
08 Dec 2021